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Review article2016Peer reviewed

Goals and hurdles for a successful implementation of genomic selection in breeding programme for selected annual and perennial crops

Jonas, Elisabeth; de Koning, Dirk Jan

Abstract

Genomic Selection is an important topic in quantitative genetics and breeding. Not only does it allow the full use of current molecular genetic technologies, it stimulates also the development of new methods and models. Genomic selection, if fully implemented in commercial farming, should have a major impact on the productivity of various agricultural systems. But suggested approaches need to be applicable in commercial breeding populations. Many of the published research studies focus on methodologies. We conclude from the reviewed publications, that a stronger focus on strategies for the implementation of genomic selection in advanced breeding lines, introduction of new varieties, hybrids or multi-line crosses is needed. Efforts to find solutions for a better prediction and integration of environmental influences need to continue within applied breeding schemes. Goals of the implementation of genomic selection into crop breeding should be carefully defined and crop breeders in the private sector will play a substantial part in the decision-making process. However, the lack of published results from studies within, or in collaboration with, private companies diminishes the knowledge on the status of genomic selection within applied breeding programmes. Studies on the implementation of genomic selection in plant breeding need to evaluate models and methods with an enhanced emphasis on population- specific requirements and production environments. Adaptation of methods to breeding schemes or changes to breeding programmes for a better integration of genomic selection strategies are needed across species. More openness with a continuous exchange will contribute to successes.

Keywords

breeding; estimated breeding value; marker-assisted selection; non-additive effects; genotype-by-environment interaction

Published in

Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering Reviews
2016, Volume: 32, number: 1-2, pages: 18-42

      SLU Authors

      • UKÄ Subject classification

      Genetics and Breeding
      Animal and Dairy Science

      Publication identifier

      DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/02648725.2016.1177377

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      https://res.slu.se/id/publ/79237